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25 | On this day, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Kevin Saborit-Guasch made an unannounced visit to the facility to conduct the required annual inspection. LPA was greeted and granted entry by facility caregiving staff after introducing himself and stating the purpose of the visit. Administrator staff Michelle Nesbitt, Kimberly Arnett and Jozef Springer were notified of the visit via telephone and arrived later to assist with the visit.
There are currently five residents in care, one of which is receiving hospice care. LPA observed residents relaxing in their respective bedrooms and in the facility's common living areas. LPA accompanied by facility staff toured the physical plant. The facility is a one-story house with an attached garage. The facility has six private bedrooms including a vacant room, in addition to a room for use by staff. There are three full bathrooms and an additional half bath throughout the facility.
Bedrooms appeared clean and sanitary. One bedroom is equipped with half rails another one with full rails for postural support. Physician orders for the postural support reviewed. LPA observed all the resident bedrooms have the required furnishings. Bathrooms appear clean and sanitary. Bathroom are equipped with grab bars and slip mats. Hot water temperature measured at 118.5F and 120.0F in two separate bathrooms with faucets used for personal grooming.
LPA observed the kitchen has a minimum two (2) day perishable and seven (7) day non-perishable food supply. Sharp items are stored in a secure drawer. Fire extinguishers are charged and mounted, with up-to-date maintenance documented on the attached tags. LPA tested the smoke and carbon monoxide detectors which were found to be operational. The centrally stored medication is located in a secure closet located in the dining area. The attached garage is inaccessible to residents and is used for storage and laundry, with an additional refrigerator/freezer present. Cleaning supplies are stored securely in the garage as well as under the kitchen sink. CONTINUED ON FORM LIC809- |